Wii Error Code 51330

Like many gaming consoles, the Wii console can be integrated with you home WiFi system. This integration is commonplace and allows online gaming as well as for users to connect with other gamers remotely. Wii allows you to create small avatars of yourself, known as Mii that can appear in the games of users all around the world.

However, like network connection errors with standalone computers, errors can occur with your Wii connection. A common error for Wii gamers is the Error Code 51330, which has to do with security settings of your WiFi network.

Currently, Wii is only compatible with an older security certification program, known as the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). If you have set your network access to a certification program called WiFi Protected Access (WPA), the network will have stricter security protocols as set-out by the IEEE 802.11 standards of WiFi protection. This update of the standards for WiFi connections was due to issues involving PC operating system compatibility and key attacks, which are not relevant to the Wii.

Your Wii broadcasts something called a Service Set Identifier (SSID), which identifies it to the router. Your Wii will only broadcast the SSID that is compatible with a WEP, which will cause problems if you have set your router to a WPA standard and password. These setting can be changed either by calling your service provider or by making the switch on your router. Of course, if you change this setting on your router, you will have to set other devices to WEP to make sure they will be able to connect as well.

Error Code 51330 can also be resolved without changing the actual settings of your router. Instead, you can enter the WEP password manually through your Wii’s settings. On the router menu, select the manufacturer of your router and match the router to the menu list.

Typically, if the Wii cannot negotiate this network compatibility, a restart of both the Wii and the router may resolve it to make sure the SSIID broadcast is clearer. The Wii should pick up the SSID automatically, but require a manual configuration of the settings by you.

Check the manual you received with your Wii to ensure that you have compatible hardware to gain WiFi access. The hardware should be able to resolve the issue as long as the WEP password is enabled.